Simple High-Protein Scramble
A quick and easy breakfast providing substantial protein to start your day.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 8 min
- Total Time: 13 min
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup skim milk
- 1/2 cup chopped spinach
- 1/4 cup diced bell pepper
- 2 ounces cooked, crumbled turkey sausage
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Add bell pepper and cook until slightly soft, about 3 minutes.
- Add turkey sausage and cook for 1 minute.
- In a bowl, whisk eggs and milk together with salt and pepper.
- Pour egg mixture into the skillet.
- As the eggs begin to set, gently push cooked portions toward the center, tilting the pan so uncooked egg flows underneath.
- Stir in spinach during the last minute of cooking.
- Cook until eggs are set but still moist.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a lower-fat option, use egg whites only.
- Add a dash of hot sauce for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 13
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 30
- Cholesterol: 450
Keywords: high protein, breakfast, eggs, scramble, turkey sausage, quick meal